1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA Under $1,800 (78 Rentals)

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River Road
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River Road

11833 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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8230-8234 Telegraph Rd
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8230-8234 Telegraph Rd

8230-8234 Telegraph RdDowney, CA 90240
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Villa Downey
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Villa Downey

9160 Stewart and Gray RdDowney, CA 90241
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Crown Apartments
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Crown Apartments

12030 Downey AveDowney, CA 90242
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The Waikikian
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The Waikikian

8831 Rosecrans AveDowney, CA 90242
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Stratford Apartments
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Stratford Apartments

7157 Stewart And Gray RdDowney, CA 90241
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Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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12501 Paramount Blvd
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12501 Paramount Blvd

12501 Paramount BlvdDowney, CA 90242
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Elm Vista Apartments
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Elm Vista Apartments

9234-9240 Elm Vista DrDowney, CA 90242
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Grandview Apartments
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Grandview Apartments

11700 Gurley AveDowney, CA 90241
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Chanteclair Apartments
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Chanteclair Apartments

10236 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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Downey Villas
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Downey Villas

11801 Lakewood BlvdDowney, CA 90241

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El Dorado
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El Dorado

11736 Gurley AveDowney, CA 90241
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Quiet Park
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Quiet Park

11604-11610 Bellflower BlvdDowney, CA 90241
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Richfield Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Richfield Terrace

7227 Richfield StParamount, CA 90723
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Los Angeles, CA | Find Los Angeles Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downey Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downey with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downey is at Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing listed at $1,549.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $2,098.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,925 at San Marcos Village Apartments.

What is the average size for Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downey is currently 636 sq ft.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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